Ascension News Feedhttps://www.ascension.org/NewsAscension.org news articles feed.en{76833899-9F4D-491C-BC77-25005F7BF4DC}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/05/30/18/41/In-support-of-justice-and-peaceIn support of justice and peaceAs a Catholic health ministry, Ascension is speaking out for healing and justice in our nation.Sat, 30 May 2020 00:00:00 -0500{65FBC71D-0A93-4128-9B00-89578EBA1188}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/05/26/15/01/Ascension-Medical-Group-Sacred-Heart-opens-new-primary-care-facility-at-WatersoundAscension Medical Group Sacred Heart opens new primary care facility at WatersoundAscension Medical Group Sacred Heart has opened a new healthcare facility in the Watersound Origins community in South Walton County, Florida. Thu, 21 May 2020 19:00:00 -0500{8E05ECB9-5E2A-422D-A63C-BE320CB9A38D}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/05/01/21/31/Ascension-St-Vincents-resuming-elective-surgeries-and-nonurgent-procedures-in-accordance-with-state-government-plansAscension St. Vincent’s resuming elective surgeries and non-urgent procedures in accordance with state government plansAscension St. Vincent’s is beginning a phased, measured and clinically led process to resume elective, non-urgent surgeries and procedures at its sites of care in accordance with the first phase of Governor DeSantis’ plan to begin reopening the state.Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 -0500{883C3951-A962-48C1-9EB0-409498F7210A}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/05/01/22/26/Ascension-Sacred-Heart-resuming-elective-surgeries-and-non-urgent-procedures-in-accordance-with-state-government-plansAscension Sacred Heart resuming elective surgeries and non-urgent procedures in accordance with state government plansAscension Sacred Heart is beginning a phased, measured and clinically led process to resume elective, non-urgent surgeries and procedures at its sites of care in accordance with the first phase of Governor DeSantis’ plan to begin reopening the state.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{C945D426-9D8B-4659-90A6-8BEE5B408857}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/04/24/13/28/President-and-CEO-Joe-Impicciche-discusses-healthcare-after-pandemicPresident and CEO Joe Impicciche discusses healthcare after pandemicOn the podcast Fireside Chat with Gary Bisbee, PhD, Joseph R. Impicciche, JD, MHA, President and CEO, Ascension, looks ahead to reopening under the new normal after the COVID-19 pandemic. Taped last week.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{B41429E1-097B-41C6-BB15-5AD50FF3B7CC}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/04/20/13/08/New-role-for-Sr-Maureen-McGuire-new-members-of-Ascension-Leadership-TeamNew role for Sr. Maureen McGuire; new members of Ascension Leadership TeamSr. Maureen McGuire, DC, has stepped down as Chief Mission Integration Officer, Ascension, effective April 20, and is now Senior Executive Advisor. Timothy L.M. Glover, M.Div, is Executive Vice President and Chief Mission Integration Officer. Chief Advocacy Officer Peter M. Leibold, JD, adds the title of Executive Vice President.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{4694ED71-C0FF-4D06-A4A0-A8EA747C6A6C}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/04/20/18/01/Caring-for-our-associates-in-body-mind-and-spiritCaring for our associates in body, mind and spiritAscension’s Mission calls us to go where the need is greatest and care for those most vulnerable. During this unprecedented time of uncertainty, vulnerability and stress, it is important to recall why we, as a Catholic healthcare ministry, exist. As our Mission calls us to do all we can to help those in greatest need, it is equally important that we care for ourselves and our colleagues, so our healthcare heroes can remain on the front lines in service to our communities.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{F47FF1DD-2353-486A-93B7-4D14AA593780}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/04/15/14/25/Ascension-CEO-Joe-Impicciche-advising-White-House-on-economic-revivalAscension CEO Joe Impicciche advising White House on economic revivalAscension President and CEO Joseph R. Impicciche, JD, MHA, is part of President Trump’s Great American Economic Revival Industry Group focused on healthcare, one of just six representatives from health systems.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{06B43C05-F678-4484-BEA6-6DC436837758}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/19/14/41/COVID-19-This-is-why-we-serve-in-Catholic-healthcareCOVID-19: This is why we serve in Catholic healthcareIn a new column for Catholic Health World, Ascension President and CEO Joe Impicciche says the COVID-19 pandemic is a reminder of the roots of Catholic healthcare.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{D6437324-AC9A-4E55-AA79-9FDFC9E7E59B}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/04/03/21/23/Ascension-commits-to-protecting-associates-financial-well-beingAscension commits to protecting associates' financial well-beingA story at Becker's Hospital Review notes that, in a message to all associates, President and CEO Joe Impicciche said Ascension is committed to protect pay during the disruption from COVID-19.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0500{58C8DF55-A1D1-4199-B896-35796487915D}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/30/21/28/People-gather-in-parking-lots-for-COVID-19-prayer-vigilsPeople gather in parking lots for COVID-19 prayer vigilsPeople in Florida and Alabama drove to their neighborhood Ascension hospitals Sunday evening to sing and pray together from their cars.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0500{7F61F9FF-53E4-4F31-B041-6BFB5166D8E0}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/27/18/06/Ascension-St-John-begins-Oklahomas-first-clinical-trial-for-COVID-19-treatmentAscension St. John begins Oklahoma’s first clinical trial for COVID-19 treatmentAscension St. John in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is enrolling hospitalized patients in a new clinical trial of an experimental treatment option for patients who are severely or critically ill with COVID-19.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0500{D4AC8D14-D3C0-4877-9153-08D60073D2B8}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/08/00/45/5-Things-You-Need-to-Know-About-Novel-Coronavirus5 Things You Need to Know About Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Here are 5 important things to keep in mind to help you limit your potential exposure to Novel Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500{69E3A016-1C28-4A34-B199-89B65E803FE4}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/16/13/37/Neonatal-Intensive-Care-Unit-opens-at-Ascension-Sacred-Heart-Emerald-CoastNeonatal Intensive Care Unit opens at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald CoastWalton County’s first neonatal intensive care unit has begun caring for premature and critically ill babies at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast in Miramar Beach, Florida. Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500{DD9C11D0-E732-4FF5-B48E-0CBAD43DDE00}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/06/19/58/Technology-that-enables-personalized-and-compassionate-care-for-allTechnology that enables personalized and compassionate care for allAt Ascension, our Mission compels us to provide compassionate, personalized care for all. That is the commitment we make to our patients and the driving force behind all decisions.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500{57983B34-AB42-4F7E-A0BF-7DE4DC21A377}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/11/20/59/CEO-Joe-Impicciche-talks-about-Ascensions-Mission-inspired-TransformationCEO Joe Impicciche talks about Ascension’s Mission-inspired TransformationAscension President and CEO Joe Impicciche recently talked with Becker’s Hospital Review about Ascension’s work to transform healthcare through innovation.Tue, 10 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0500{5440B43B-54F0-4BFB-9C04-BFA8510B8982}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/49/New-hybrid-cath-lab-at-Ascension-St-John-in-Detroit-will-enhance-servicesNew hybrid cath lab at Ascension St. John in Detroit will enhance servicesAscension St. John Hospital, part of Ascension Michigan, is getting a new hybrid catheterization laboratory to enhance services for heart patients.<br/>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0600{EC4165CA-2543-450D-8EA3-637638104515}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/03/14/30/Peds-brain-tumor-PerezPediatric neurosurgery close to homeWhen Owen McConnell's gastrointestinal issues were linked to a life-threatening brain tumor, Dr. Augustus Perez was there to provide pediatric neurosurgery close to home. Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600{C2D21E72-FFAC-436F-99EE-BDEABBE9DFC2}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/40/Ascension-clinicians-drive-to-save-newborn-in-FloridaAscension clinicians drive to save newborn in FloridaA neonatal nurse practitioner and a neonatologist from Ascension Florida literally went the extra mile(s) to help save a newborn in distress.Mon, 02 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0600{996AAFB3-53A7-4DC8-8759-D92CF5806EDC}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/02/16/45/Ascension-Michigan-works-with-mother-of-fallen-police-officer-to-help-keep-others-healthyAscension Michigan works with mother of fallen police officer to help keep others healthyThanks to the mother of a Detroit police officer who died of a heart attack, Ascension Providence is providing free screenings to first responders.Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600{EF90BEC7-F6AD-41E9-9EB1-68759A0731B9}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/23/Morley-Healy-named-Chief-Strategy-Officer-for-Ascension-Via-ChristiMorley Healy named Chief Strategy Officer for Ascension Via Christi<br/>Morley Healy now serves as Chief Strategy Officer for Ascension Via Christi.<br/>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0600{1710E665-BBA2-43B0-94E8-A1D50B48B913}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/32/Volunteers-assist-runners-at-Ascension-Seton-Austin-MarathonVolunteers assist runners at Ascension Seton Austin MarathonVolunteers assist runners at Ascension Seton Austin Marathon<br/>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0600{CFF18CEC-BED0-42ED-9514-41A266FCEEF2}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/26/Rising-drug-prices-an-ongoing-issue-Ascension-leader-saysRising drug prices an ongoing issue, Ascension leader saysScott Caldwell, President and CEO of The Resource Group, recently spoke with Becker’s Hospital Review about the key issues hospital supply chain leaders are facing.<br/>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{8027C45C-4C5C-4B09-B325-B36DA641F2D0}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/12/Ascension-Via-Christi-leaders-meet-with-state-lawmakersAscension Via Christi leaders meet with state lawmakersSeveral leaders of Ascension Via Christi participate in its annual Advocacy Day at the Kansas State Capitol in Topeka.<br/>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0600{EC8FD76B-EB6C-4DB5-B965-27F07F14364B}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/17/President-and-CEO-Joe-Impicciche-meets-with-Pope-FrancisPresident and CEO Joe Impicciche meets with Pope FrancisIn his role as Ascension President and Chief Executive Officer, Joseph R. Impicciche, JD, MHA, recently traveled to the Vatican to meet with Pope Francis.Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0600{B0F6E26B-B4EA-4131-886F-E4922FBAED7B}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/09/15/19/AMITA-Health-names-new-Chief-Financial-OfficerAMITA Health names new Chief Financial OfficerDoug Carter will join AMITA Health as Chief Financial Officer this spring.<br/>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0600{5F4667F9-1358-49D8-A9FF-D9921CA1083A}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/17/42/Kansas-farmer-gets-life-changing-help-from-Ascension-Via-Christi-Behavioral-HealthKansas farmer gets life-changing help from Ascension Via Christi Behavioral HealthJohn Knoll, a farmer from Rosalia, Kansas, cared for his wife until she died of cancer four years ago. It wasn't until last September when he sought help from Ascension Via Christi Behavioral Health.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{D4392BD1-3470-4F58-A76C-4D10EF686BC3}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/17/46/Ascension-CEO-Joe-Impicciche-discusses-focus-on-serving-the-poor-and-vulnerableAscension CEO Joe Impicciche discusses focus on serving the poor and vulnerableAscension President and CEO Joe Impicciche recently talked with Catholic Health World about Ascension's unwavering commitment to serving those most in need.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{2AC467CA-0DB5-42BE-A4E7-89CE295AC9CB}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/03/03/16/46/Jane-Phillips-Named-a-Top-20-Rural-Community-HospitalAscension St John Jane Phillips Named a Top 20 Rural Community Hospital by the National Rural Health AssociationAscension St. John Jane Phillips in Bartlesville was recognized as one of the Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals in the country by the National Rural Health Association.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{8B38706B-7E82-4881-ABFE-2738CD50F705}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/17/24/Mary-Morrow-to-Serve-as-President-of-US-Health-HoldingsMary Morrow to Serve as President of US Health HoldingsMary Morrow will join Ascension Insurance as President of US Health Holdings.<br/>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{FC5D1A6D-59CD-4B23-8C5E-7106AE9732C2}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/17/28/Story-highlights-success-of-plan-to-improve-childbirth-safety-in-TexasStory highlights success of plan to improve childbirth safety in TexasTwo physicians with Ascension Texas recently discussed successes in making hospitals safer for women giving birth in the state.<br/>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{4E7EB4AF-FAFE-468C-B686-EFBCFA543980}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/17/36/Sister-M-Therese-Gottschalk-SSM-1931-2020Sister M. Therese Gottschalk, SSM, 1931-2020Longtime leader Sister M. Therese Gottschalk, SSM, passed away Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.<br/>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{203A9228-DE64-47B0-96B0-F46F6D1DF271}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/16/38/Ascension-CEO-Joe-Impicciche-discusses-focus-on-serving-the-poor-and-vulnerableAscension CEO Joe Impicciche discusses focus on serving the poor and vulnerableAscension President and CEO Joe Impicciche recently talked with Catholic Health World about Ascension's unwavering commitment to serving those most in need.Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{37E13973-202C-41EC-AF1C-A1D0602AF9A1}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/19/22/Baby-Friendly-USA-to-Make-Slight-Changes-to-Their-GuidelinesBaby-Friendly USA to Make Slight Changes to Their GuidelinesBaby-Friendly USA has made some changes and additions to their Guidelines and Criteria based on new research-based evidence and new guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO).Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{BFA9AE20-3522-4942-B0BE-2E0C846B73BA}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/15/39/2-new-leaders-join-Ascension-Clinical-and-Network-Services2 new leaders join Ascension Clinical & Network ServicesTwo new leaders have joined Ascension: Dr. Allison Bollinger, Vice President, Emergency Services, and Paul Reineck, Associate Vice President, Clinical Service Lines.<br/>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{424A6565-8CC9-47EB-BD10-1205097F582B}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/15/44/Ascension-Wisconsin-Health-Center-celebrates-grand-openingAscension Wisconsin Health Center celebrates grand openingAscension Wisconsin recently held a grand opening celebration and blessing for its new health center in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{434FB307-9229-45C6-B4F8-751CF42EF882}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/26/16/59/Ascension-Texas-leader-discusses-impact-of-proposed-Medicaid-changeAscension Texas leader discusses impact of proposed Medicaid changeGeronimo Rodriguez, Chief Advocacy Officer of Ascension Texas, told the Austin American-Statesman about the financial impact to hospitals if a proposed change to Medicaid is adopted.<br/>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{DFE32291-DB0F-4704-B07C-0EB4B44A42EC}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/24/22/58/Celebrating-the-life-of-Sister-M-Therese-GottschalkCelebrating the life of Sister M. Therese GottschalkSister M. Therese Gottschalk served Ascension St. John and the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother for 38 years.Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600{A43F9DA1-842B-4E88-B1D2-9BFCD15580D7}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/24/21/42/Peer-Recovery-Coaches-At-Saint-Agnes-Show-Addicts-There-is-HopePeer Recovery Coaches At Saint Agnes Show Addicts There is HopeAs part of its efforts to respond to the opioid crisis and substance use disorder in Baltimore, Ascension Saint Agnes employs Peer Recovery Coaches--mentors who can share their stories of recovery from addiction and inspire patients to seek treatment.Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{81516B9B-8791-4B82-A330-6F0FE7731D5C}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/22/26/Dr-Joe-Cacchione-among-100-CMOs-to-knowDr. Joe Cacchione among 100 ‘CMOs to know’Joseph Cacchione, MD, Executive Vice President, Clinical & Network Services, Ascension, is one of 100 hospital and health system clinical leaders honored by Becker’s Hospital Review.<br/>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{78C148FC-6610-4D9E-829B-E9EC8B26B4E7}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/22/41/Ascension-Sacred-Heart-congratulates-winners-of-The-DAISY-AwardAscension Sacred Heart congratulates winners of The DAISY AwardⓇ Ascension Sacred Heart, part of Ascension Florida, recently congratulated recipients of The DAISY AwardⓇ for Extraordinary Nurses.<br/>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{9B2A72F6-468D-4C18-845C-4EEDDF4ECB16}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/20/21/37/Ascension-and-Marshfield-Clinic-Health-System-reach-agreementAscension and Marshfield Clinic Health System reach agreement on sale of Ascension St. Clare’s Hospital, Flambeau Hospital and The Diagnostic & Treatment CenterAscension and Marshfield Clinic Health System have signed a definitive agreement for Ascension St. Clare’s Hospital in Weston, Wisconsin, and two other facilities to become a part of MCHS.Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{BB12275F-C560-4FDE-87E3-7B5BFDC7DD9A}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/22/05/Milk-drop-off-depots-benefit-sick-babies-in-NICUsMilk drop-off depots benefit sick babies in NICUsSeveral Ascension Wisconsin facilities are serving as breast milk donor depots to help babies in neonatal intensive care units.<br/>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{5CAA2B9B-5EF2-4DA4-BC56-F65F26ED763F}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/22/20/Maternal-health-program-working-to-keep-vulnerable-mothers-healthy-before-and-after-birthMaternal health program working to keep vulnerable mothers healthy before and after birthThrough the Maternal Health initiative of the Building Socially Integrated Systems of Human Flourishing Design Team, part of our Mission-inspired Transformation, Ascension is directly impacting the lives of mothers and babies through the Women’s Outpatient Center at Ascension St. Joseph’s in Milwaukee.<br/>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{224992D4-B369-4FFC-BF0C-8A2DC1474ABF}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/21/54/Open-house-provides-hands-on-robotics-learning-Ascension-WisconsinOpen house provides hands-on robotics learning Ascension WisconsinStudents from two high schools learned about robotic surgery recently at Ascension St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.<br/>Wed, 19 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{A1CD19A7-F0BE-4907-BB6C-942952A62737}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/21/57/Ascension-Borgess-opens-Heart-Attack-Prevention-ClinicAscension Borgess opens Heart Attack Prevention ClinicA new Heart Attack Prevention Clinic at Ascension Borgess Hospital, part of Ascension Michigan, seeks to identify patients facing the highest risk of heart disease – particularly those who may not be aware of their risks.<br/>Wed, 19 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{B93CD022-69D5-438E-915B-7FD4E61F0844}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/22/02/Ascension-Sacred-Heart-plans-freestanding-ED-office-buildingAscension Sacred Heart plans freestanding ED, office buildingAscension Sacred Heart, part of Ascension Florida, is building a free-standing emergency department and medical office building in Navarre, Florida.<br/>Wed, 19 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{AB31E466-4382-4708-AFF3-BEE6A470660D}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/21/43/Stroke-survivor-grateful-for-compassionate-careStroke survivor grateful for compassionate careHe was pumping gas one minute and having a stroke the next. Bob L’s care team at Ascension St. Mary’s, part of Ascension Michigan, went “above and beyond the call of duty.”Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{3A049B90-518B-4315-8A8F-037C6BDD481D}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/25/21/50/Ascension-Wisconsin-forms-joint-venture-with-Premier-Radiology-for-freestanding-imaging-centersAscension Wisconsin forms joint venture with Premier Radiology for freestanding imaging centersAscension Wisconsin and Premier Radiology Wisconsin will develop freestanding imaging centers throughout metro Milwaukee and Racine.<br/>Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600{6ADB41B7-79DB-4DE5-935B-15BE63E11D78}https://www.ascension.org/News/News-Articles/2020/02/17/16/20/Duperval-Brownlee-named-to-prestigious-list-of-healthcare-leadersDr. Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee named to prestigious list of healthcare leadersModern Healthcare has named Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee, MD, MPH, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Community Impact Officer, Ascension, one of the Minority Leaders to Watch, part of its “Top 25 Minority Leaders in Healthcare – 2020” recognition program.Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600